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What Is The Best Cat Backpack For Your Furry Little Friend?

In this review of the best cat backpack we have scoured the Internet to find six of the finest products for transporting your pet cat in that are currently available on the market. For each of these we provide detail on all of their respective functions and features, state their pros and cons, and finally award them a star rating out of five. It is hoped that by doing this we provide you with all the information that you need to make an informed purchasing decision.

In addition to this, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions relating to indoor cats, toys for cats, and keeping them entertained. Finally, we finish off by making our own recommendation as to which cat carrier travel astronaut backpack we think is the best one of all. This is based on the information from the products reviews, as well as our own experiences of travelling with cats.

Best Astronaut Car Carrier Backpacks: Our Top Picks

lemonda pet travel carrier

  • Comes in various colors
  • Strong outer shell
  • Comfortable for your cat

Rated by: Amber

petsfit soft pet backpack

  • Provides lots of space
  • Comfortable to wear
  • Easy to cleans

Rated by: Amber

texsens traveler bubble backpack

  • Provides plenty of ventilation
  • Difficult to escape from
  • Comfortable to wear

Rated by: Amber

1. LEMONDA Portable Pet Travel Carrier

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

In addition to making your pet cat look like an astronaut, the array of vibrant colors (eight options) that the LEMONDA Portable Pet Travel Carrier Cat Backpack will also turn heads for the right reasons. The polycarbonate material that the outer shell has been make sure constructed out of is resistant to both extreme temperatures and large impacts. This makes it great for travelling with, as it is able to withstand all environments. As well as this, it is also super comfortable for your pet cat to travel in thanks to the soft and velvety base pad that they sit on. This can be removed to allow for it to be easily cleaned.

In addition, the rest of the inside is made from Oxford cloth, which is super breathable and highly durable. The three air holes near the bottom of the backpack act as a good source of airflow, to provide a good amount of ventilation for your pet cat. 

The way in which the backpack has been designed means that you can wear it on either your front or back. The shoulder straps on the LEMONDA Portable Pet Travel Carrier Cat Backpack are really comfortable shoulder straps, as well as being highly reliable.

Thanks to the large dimensions of the LEMONDA Portable Pet Travel Carrier Cat Backpack (16 inch x 6 inch x 13 inch) it is capable of carrying cats that weigh as much as 10 pounds. However, with larger cats, there is not much space for them to stretch and mover around inside of the backpack.

PROS

  • Comes in various different colors
  • Strong outer shell
  • Comfortable for your cat

CONS

  • Lack of space inside

2. PetAmi Premium Pet Carrier Backpack

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

Not an astronaut backpack, but nonetheless, the PetAmi Premium Pet Carrier Cat Backpack is great way of carrying your pet cat around. Made from a high quality polyester material that is super durable, the backpack is able to withstand being knocked and scratched when you are out and about. This is particularly useful given the fact that it is airline approved so may well be taken on both short haul and long haul international flights. For those cat owners that are particularly style conscious, the backpack comes in nine different color options for them to choose from.

The dimensions of the PetAmi Premium Pet Carrier Cat Backpack are approximately 16 inch x 9 inch x 11 inch and can carry cats weighing as much as 8 pounds. Thanks to a number of mesh sides windows on the backpack, your pet cat will remain cool and fully ventilated at all times when inside of it. 

There is one in the centre, one on either side of the backpack, and a large one on the top that acts as the main point of entry and exit. With the backpack featuring a really soft padded base with a Sherpa lining, your pet cat will definitely be comfortable whilst travelling. The removal base that goes underneath this is super sturdy.

Included with the PetAmi Premium Pet Carrier Cat Backpack is a small water dish that can be easily attached to the backpack to ensure that your cat always remains make sure well hydrated. With a large mesh sides pocket on either side of the backpack backpack, there is plenty of storage space to hold your cat’s treats and accessories. So that it fits you well, it comes with both a waist and a chest strap. The backpack backpack is fully collapsible so can be easily stored away when not in use.

PROS

  • Approved by airlines
  • Comes with a water dish
  • Easy to store away

CONS

  • Loses shape over time

3. Giantex Astronaut Pet Cat Dog Puppy Carrier

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

Made by a well respected company, the Giantex Astronaut Pet Cat Dog Puppy Carrier provides you pet cat with plenty of space and can comfortably hold various breeds of both cats and dogs, weighing up to 15 pounds. This is thanks to the room dimensions that measure 11 inch x 11 inch x 16 inch. The exterior shell of the backpack is made from a robust plastic material that is resistant to abrasion. The inside features a breathable yet durable Oxford cloth Oxford cloth that works to keep your pet cat cool when in there for longer periods of time.

To help further with keeping your cat cool, there are three mesh covered air holes near the bottom that provide lots of air to get into the Giantex Astronaut Pet Cat Dog Puppy Carrier. Similar to a normal backpack backpack, it has just one entry point for getting your cat in and out and so is very difficult to escape from. 

The large transparent dome in the middle of the backpack provides your cat with a full, unrestricted view of the world from the inside looking out.

So that your cat remains safe and secure when in the cat backpacks, and to stop them from escaping, it features a hook that their collar should be attached to. The lower make sure price point of the Giantex Astronaut Pet Cat Dog Puppy Carrier makes it more desirable to those cat owners who are on a budget and for the fashion conscious, it comes in five different color and pattern options.

PROS

  • Made from abrasion resistant plastic
  • Lower price point
  • Various color options

CONS

  • Only one entry / exit point

4. Petsfit Soft Pet Backpack

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

Although not strictly an astronaut style backpack, the Petsfit Soft Pet Cat Backpack Carrier boasts a number of different features that make it worthy of a place in the list of Our Top Picks. Because it is airline approved, you are able to take your pet cat with you on board both short haul and long haul flights. As well as international travel, the backpack is equally at home being used for running errands or for going on hikes with. Measuring approximately 13 inch x 17 inch x 15 inch, the backpack is large enough to carry not only cats but dogs also. Although it is able to carry cats up to 15 pounds in weight, for longevity it is advisable to use it on pets that weigh 10 pounds and lighter.

The Petsfit Soft Pet Cat Backpack Carrier boasts three large windows that are made out of rubber in order to provide your pet cat with lots of ventilation and visibility. 

The shoulder straps shoulder straps on the cat backpacks are really comfortable meaning that it can be worn for extended periods of time without causing discomfort. So that you can get the backpack snuggly fit against your when wearing it, it comes with a waist and chest strap, which provides more support and added comfort.

With two different openings, it makes getting your pet cat in and out of the Petsfit Soft Pet Cat Backpacks that much easier. Inside of the backpack there make sure is a hook for attaching your cat’s collar to in order to prevent them from escaping. When it comes to storing the cat backpacks, this is simple thanks to its collapsible design. Cleaning the inside of the backpack backpack is easy given the fact that both the padding and the liner are removable.

PROS

  • Provides lots of space
  • Comfortable to wear
  • Easy to clean

CONS

  • Lack of side pockets

5. PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Backpack

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

Great for hiking purposes, the structure of the PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Cat Backpacks is strong and none collapsible. Because of this, it will not lose its shape or even crinkle over time. This means that your cat will remain safe no matter how long you use the backpack for. In order to provide your pet cat with extra support, it comes with both waist and chest straps that you can buckle them into. It also features a large pocket on the front and pouches on either side that are great for storing cat treats and accessories. Because of the space that the PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Backpack provides your cat with, they are able to stretch and easily move around when inside of it.

At the bottom of the backpack is a soft and cosy Sherpa lined bed that provides your pet cat with maximum comfort when travelling. 

 The backpack offers plenty of ventilation so that your cat does not overheat and gets all of the fresh air that it requires. In order to provide your cat with even more ventilation and visibility the mesh windows can be unzipped and opened right up. The shoulder straps shoulder straps on the PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Cat Backpacks are thick with padding for maximum comfort and allow you to carry the bag for a long time.

The PetAmi Deluxe Pet Carrier Cat Backpacks comes in over ten different colors and is made from a high quality polyester material. It can hold cats that weigh up to 13 pounds and measures approximately 16 inch x 10 inch x 12 inch. Included with the backpack is a small water dish that helps to ensure that your pet cat remains fully hydrated whilst out on it’s travels.

PROS

  • Approved for airline use
  • Lots of storage
  • Includes a water dish

CONS

  • Mesh windows are easily damaged

6. Texsens Innovative Traveler Bubble Backpack

Quick Summary

Rated by: Amber

This backpack comes from a highly trusted brand that has been manufacturing quality cat carriers for some time. It is Texsens that first created the astronaut bubble style backpack. Therefore, it is easily understandable that the Texsens Innovative Traveler Bubble Backpack mad it into the list of Our Top Picks. Made using PU leather, it comes in two different colors and measures approximately 15 inch x 9 inch x 13 inch and can accommodate cats up to 12 pounds in weight. The clear plastic dome in the middle of the backpack allows your pet cat to look out and view their surroundings.

Thanks to the smaller ventilation holes ventilation holes, your cat should have a clear view whether they are lying down or sat up. These ventilation holes also work to provide your cat with all of the fresh air that it requires, whilst also keeping them nice and cool. The air holes are all covered by a PVC mesh. 

Because the Texsens Innovative Traveler Bubble Backpack features a number of different entry points, it makes getting in and out of the backpack that much easier. Despite of this, it is really difficult to escape from. This is because it incorporates a number of different safety features.

For the best results, you should put a leash on your cat and attach it to the backpack. Because the straps are wide, soft, and comfortable on your shoulders, you are able to wear it for extended periods of time, such as when going for a hike. The top handle on the Texsens Innovative Traveler Bubble Backpack can be attached to a seatbelt to keep your pet cat safe and secure when travelling in a vehicle. 

PROS

  • Provides plenty of ventilation
  • Difficult to escape from
  • Comfortable to wear

CONS

  • Expensive price point

FAQs – A Buyer’s Guide

Now that you have read the above product reviews you may have some questions about cats in general. Examples of the most frequently asked questions on this subject are below, with full and frank answers. As well as using our own knowledge of keeping cats to answer these, we have also sought advice from experts across the country, including veterinarian professionals, so that the information we provide you with is the latest and most accurate.

How do I keep my indoor cat entertained?

For those cat owners that are out of their house for long periods of time, their pet cat can often get bored and feel lonely. Rather than change your work pattern or social commitments, there are a number of ways in which you can keep your cat entertained whilst you are out of the house. For any cat that is motivated by food, then puzzles based around treats are a low maintenance, yet fun way of keeping them entertained….and fed. If your pet cat is more into hunting however, then there are a number of toys currently available on the market that will keep them entertained.

For any cat that is particularly smart, then a puzzle may lose its appeal over time as they work out how to do it. Something that all cats do enjoy and will keep them entertained for hours is playing inside an empty cardboard box. From jumping in and out, to playing hide and seek, and even using it as a sled, there are many different things that your cat can do with a humble cardboard box. The good thing about these is that they are super easy to obtain and they pose no harm to your cat or your home because they are so light weight.

What is the best toy for cats?

Find a good cat toy and you will keep your pet cat entertained for hours. There are many different types out there that will keep them both mentally and physically engaged. However, given the sheer amount of choice that is currently available, it can often be overwhelming and even difficult to find the right one for your cat.

Some of the ones that we like the best include the Petstages Tower of Tracks Cat Toy, the Bergan Turbo Scratcher Cat Toy, the MOODY PET Fling-AMA-String Cat Toy, SmartyKat Electronic Motion Cat Toy, the Go Cat Teaser Wand Toy, the SmartyKat Catnip Cat Toy, and the Hartz Just For Cats Cat Toy.

What are the best indoor cat breeds?

More and more people are nowadays looking to keep indoor cats, given the many dangers to cats going outdoors. However, there are certain breeds of cat that are more suited to living inside than others. These include both Exotic and Persian cats, as they have low activity levels, are quiet, and highly affectionate with their owners. Thanks to their calm and sweet disposition, they are great around kids and other pets. Burmese cats also make good indoor cats given the fact that they are personable, friendly, sweet and are only moderately active.

With their low activity levels, British Shorthair cats are also good to keep indoors. They are also very placid, laid back, and calm characters, who are very independent, meaning they are happy to be left indoors alone for long periods of time. This makes them perfect for anyone with a busy lifestyle that takes them out of their home a lot. Other good indoor cat breeds include, Ragdolls, Burmillas, Russian Blues, Scottish Folds, and Singapuras.

Do cats get bored of their toys?

Just like kids do, cats also get bored of their toys after playing with them for some time. However, there are a number of things that you can do to, including limit the number of toys available to your pet cat. This is because when cats are faced with a large number of options, such as too many toys to choose from, they become unfocused and are not able to choose anything. This may explain why they have a pile of untouched toys. Therefore, having too many cat toys will make them all unattractive to your kitty.

Similarly, you should always rotate your cat’s toys. Let them play with a couple of different ones for a week, whilst hiding the rest away. At the end of the week, hide away the one that have been out and played with and bring it those that were in hiding. Other ways of ensuring that your cat does not get bored of their toys is to know what their turn ons and turn offs are, as well as what their nature is so that you can purchase the right toys for them. Also you do not always have to go the pet store to get a toy, there are many simple objects in the home that can double up as a toy.

The Best Cat Backpack - Cat Carrier Travel Astronaut Backpacks Of All

Now that we have reached the end of this review, the only thing that we have left to do is make our recommendation as to which carriers for cats for travel and astronaut cat in backpack is the best one of all. Based on many different factors, we came to the final decision that this is the Petsfit Soft Pet Backpack. The main reasons for this being the facts that it provides your pet cat with plenty of space, it is really comfortable for you to wear whilst out and about, and when it comes to cleaning the backpack, it is easy to do. The only negative that we found is that it has a distinct lack of side pockets.

Should you not agree with our decision and think that the Petsfit Soft Pet Backpack would not be suitable for either yourself or your cat, then any of the others that featured in the list of Our Top Picks would make a more than adequate alternative.

About the Author Amber

Hi, I'm Amber! iPetCompanion care about your relationship with your pets. I realize how hard it is to leave them behind especially when you have an out-of-town trip schedule so I made this blog to help!

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